Grove Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Located in Battle Creek, Iowa, Grove Dam is a privately owned structure designed by NRCS for fire protection, stock, or as a small fish pond.
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Summary
Completed in 1998, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and stretches 368 feet in length. With a normal storage capacity of 25 acre-feet and a max storage of 65 acre-feet, Grove Dam is crucial for water resource management in the area.
Managed by the Iowa DNR, Grove Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and functionality. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, this dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding and providing water for various purposes. Despite not being rated for condition assessment, Grove Dam remains a key infrastructure for the community.
As enthusiasts of water resources and climate, Grove Dam offers a fascinating insight into the intersection of engineering, environmental stewardship, and community resilience. Its strategic location on TR- Battle Creek, along with its design for multiple purposes, underscores the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1998 |
Dam Length |
368 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR- BATTLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.9 |
Drainage Area |
0.37 |
Nid Storage |
65 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Sioux River At Correctionville
|
327cfs |
Maple River At Mapleton
|
323cfs |
West Fork Ditch At Hornick
|
80cfs |
North Raccoon River Near Sac City
|
312cfs |
Little Sioux River Near Turin
|
1040cfs |
Monona-Harrison Ditch Near Turin
|
158cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Grove Dam